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Conquering Jericho (Joshua 2-4; 6)

Unit 7, Session 2 Dear families, After the Israelites crossed the Jordan River, they faced their next obstacle in the Promised Land: capturing the city of Jericho. Though Jericho was strongly fortified, God promised to hand over the city to His people. Only by trusting in God could the Israelites experience victory against Jericho. How do we seeContinue reading “Conquering Jericho (Joshua 2-4; 6)”

Crossing the Jordan River (Joshua 1; 3-4)

Unit 7, Session 1 Dear families, In Joshua 1, we learn the Israelites were preparing to enter the Promised Land following the death of Moses. God spoke directly to Joshua, commissioning him as the new leader of His people. The Lord commanded Joshua three times to be strong and courageous as he was about to guide the Israelites acrossContinue reading “Crossing the Jordan River (Joshua 1; 3-4)”

Volume 3: Land and Loss

Moses’ Farewell (Deuteronomy 31-34)

Unit 6, Session 4 Dear families, Moses was an esteemed Old Testament figure who led God’s people faithfully, though imperfectly, away from Egyptian slavery and toward the Promised Land. As we follow his biblical narrative to Deuteronomy 31, we read how Moses began his parting speech to those he shepherded for 40 years. In whatContinue reading “Moses’ Farewell (Deuteronomy 31-34)”

The People Complained (Numbers 16; 20-21)

Unit 6, Session 3 Dear families, When we reflect on the Israelites’ journey to the Promised Land, nothing seems to more greatly characterize the posture of their hearts than their complaints. Despite the signs, miracles, protection, and provision they experienced, they remained reluctant to trust the Lord. Today’s passage highlights the Israelites’ inclination to disobeyContinue reading “The People Complained (Numbers 16; 20-21)”

The People Doubted (Numbers 13-14)

Unit 6, Session 2 Dear families, Numbers 13 and 14 describe the culmination of the Israelites’ dilemma of doubt. Though God continued to prove Himself faithful, the Israelites clung to their perception of certain death rather than the assurance of their God-given victory. They trusted in their own understanding rather than in God’s covenantal promises.Continue reading “The People Doubted (Numbers 13-14)”

The People Grumbled (Numbers 11-12)

Unit 6, Session 1 Dear families, The Israelites’ grumbling in Numbers 11 and 12 showcases God’s graciousness to provide abundantly more than their ungrateful hearts deserved. Though He made His presence visible among them, they did not believe He offered them His best. God’s people began to treat God’s miraculous provision as though it wereContinue reading “The People Grumbled (Numbers 11-12)”

Worship at the Tabernacle (Leviticus 16; 19; 26)

Unit 5, Session 4 Dear families, God’s levitical commands for atonement emphasize the gravity of people’s sin, as well as His graciousness to redeem their trespasses. Though our modern-day context seems so far removed from this sacrificial system, these guidelines from Scripture foreshadow the great, eternal sacrifice on which we place our hope: Christ’s life,Continue reading “Worship at the Tabernacle (Leviticus 16; 19; 26)”

Building the Tabernacle (Exodus 35-40)

Unit 5, Session 3 Dear families, This week’s Bible passage highlights the wonder that a holy God would desire to dwell among His people. In the previous chapter, God instructed the Israelites to obediently abide within His covenantal love. Now, it was time to build the place where God would dwell with His people asContinue reading “Building the Tabernacle (Exodus 35-40)”

The Golden Calf (Exodus 32; 34)

Unit 5, Session 2 Dear families, Exodus 32’s account of the golden calf showcases the sinful idolatry of people in contrast with the merciful nature of God. In the 40 days it took Moses to return from Mount Sinai, the people had grown impatient. They urged Aaron to join in their mission to find aContinue reading “The Golden Calf (Exodus 32; 34)”